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Night Skiing & Snowboarding:
SolVistaBasin
is
GrandCounty’s
only night skiing and snowboarding facility.
Designated slopes are fully-lit for an evening of
family fun of all ages. Purchase night skiing
and snowboarding tickets after 4 PM on Saturdays.
Night Tubing: Sign-up for tubing
and purchase lift tickets at the Ticket Office after
4 PM on Saturdays. Tubing lift tickets will be
available on a first-come, first-served basis until
the three 45-minute sessions sell out. Must be ages
6 and older for night tubing.
Terrain Park: The Terrain Park at
SolVista Basin offers five progression parks, brand
new features, and a fully-lit park during skiing and
tubing on Saturday nights.
Including:
- Ted’s Secret Stash," an all-natural log park
off the run “Jackalope”
- Beginner mini-terrain park features off the
side of the “Milestone” Lift at the base area
- “The Tank," once an underground fuel tank,
this new feature is eight feet in diameter and
30 feet long with a quarter-pipe on each side.
Lessons -
Learn to Ski or Board: Learn to
ski or snowboard at SolVista Basin. Like everything
at Granby Ranch, our family-friendly amenities make
it easy. Thanks to our gentle terrain and
revolutionary Children's Center programs, SolVista
Basin has gained a reputation as an excellent place
to learn to ski or snowboard.
Kids Programs
(Advance reservations recommended. Please drop off kids from 8-9:15 a.m.
and pick up at 3:00 p.m.)
Having fun is what it’s all about. Sol Vista Basin’s friendly instructors make the learning process easy and utilize terrain that is comfortable for everyone—no matter what the skill level.
Things To Do Near Sol Vista Basin at Granby Ranch
Snow Mountain Ranch, YMCA of the Rockies:
Situated on more than 5,000 acres, the ranch's on-site summer activities include horseback riding, hiking, biking, canoeing, a zip line and a variety of family programs, plus easy access to nearby fishing, boating and rafting. On-site winter activities include cross-country skiing on one the finest most expansive trail systems in the U.S., sledding, snowshoeing and winter family programs, with easy access to the Winter Park, Mary Jane and Sol Vista Basin downhill ski areas.
Marie Huston; Group Sales
1.888.578.9622
info@ymcarockies.org
Hot Suphur Springs Resort and Spa
We are known as one of the nation's oldest, largest and finest natural hot mineral springs resort and spa.
Come visit, relax, and enjoy the sacred waters where the Ute Indians once bathed, healed mind, body, and spirit.
Open everyday 8am - 10pm all year
For reservations, please contact:
(970) 725-3306
(800) 510-6235
Email: hotsulphurspgs@yahoo.com
Dog Sledding
Ever wanted to race along a snowy trail feeling the power of a loyal team? Bring the whole family up to Grand County, Colorado for a truly exhilarating winter experience in dog sled racing and rides.
Dog Sled Rides of Winter Park
970-726-TEAM
E-mail: winterpark@dogsledrides.com
Hot Air Balloon Rides
Experience man's first form of flight, in a beautiful place!!
For more information call 970-887-1340.
www.grandadventureballoon.com
Ice Skating
Looking for a Colorado winter activity that the whole family is sure to enjoy? Glide on over to one of Grand County’s fabulous ice skating rinks. Most offer free or close-to-free rink access and skates can be rented at various shops throughout the county.
Cooper Creek Square Rink
Skating is free. Ice skates may be rented at nearby Christy Sports 970-726-8873 or the Viking Lodge 970-726-8885.
Fraser Valley Recreation Rink
Located in Fraser off County Rd. 5
970-726-4708
No fee. Bring your own ice skates.
Devil's Thumb Ranch
970-726-8231 or 800-933-4339
E-mail: activities@devilsthumbranch.com
Sledding & Tubing
Sol Vista Basin offers Night Ski and Tubing every Saturday night.
With thrills for children, teens and parents alike, there is no more family-friendly activity than sledding or tubing down a smooth alpine slope.
Fraser Snow Tubing Hill
970-726-5954
E-mail: rj@fraserweb.com
Colorado Adventure Center
566 C.R. 721
Fraser, CO 80442
Phone: 970.726.5779
Email:info@coloradoadventurepark.com
Hideaway Park SnowZone in Downtown Winter Park
970.726.4118
www.playwinterpark.com
Wineries/Breweries
Grand County, Colorado is home to some of the best wineries and breweries at altitude. In Grand County have your cup overflow with locally brewed libations ranging from pale ales to a fine Cabernet. There is something for everyone’s palate.
Winter Park Winery
winterparkwinery.com
970-726-4514
Verso Cellars
www.versocellars.com
303-587-9740
Grand Lake Brewery
970-627-1711
www.grandlakebrewing.com
Nestled on the historic Grand Lake Boardwalk, this award winning microbrewery has all the character and flavor a beer lover needs. Plus, they have great food!
Wild Creek Brewing Company
www.wildcreekbrewingcompany.com
970-726-1111
Great tasting, classic American beer made at 9,000 ft., the Wild Creek Brewing Company strives to capture the crisp excitement of the Rocky Mountains in their flavorful brews like the Drunken Irishman and Persephone’s Pomegranate Wheat.
Moffat Station Restaurant and Brew Pub @ Winter Park Mountain Lodge
www.winterparkhotel.com/moffat.html
866-726-5151
Snowmobiling
Grand Adventures
79303 Hwy 40
PO Box 1329
Winter Park, CO 80482
970-726-9247 or 800-726-9247
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